Anchorage, AK – During The Energy Council's annual meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, it was announced that Rep. Nick Archer (R-Elk City) has been elected vice chair of the council.

The Energy Council is an international, nonpartisan organization focused on energy policy.

Archer is set to take over as chair for the 2026–2027 term.

“I’m honored to serve as vice chair of The Energy Council,” Archer said. “Oklahoma has long been a leader in powering our nation, and energy remains a top industry in our state. I look forward to working with colleagues from across the country and beyond to promote an energy infrastructure that strengthens our economy, ensures reliability, and secures America’s energy future.”

Archer has served on the Council’s Executive Committee since February and has been a member since 2021.

In the Oklahoma House, he chairs the House Energy Committee and also serves on the House Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Committee. Archer has represented House District 55 in western Oklahoma since 2022.